Human Resources Manager

About the role

Fidens is looking for an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead HR services across the AZAR Group, with a primary focus on Fidens' disability support businesses. Reporting directly to the CEO, the role combines strategic HR leadership with hands-on management, working with the CEO and operational managers to oversee workforce requirements across Fidens, Steadfast Solar and PowerHub SA. The advertised wage is $130K plus super.

Key responsibilities

• Lead recruitment, workforce planning and onboarding across the Group
• Oversee NDIS worker screening, training, qualifications and workforce compliance
• Manage employment contracts, personnel records, licences and accreditation requirements
• Advise on performance management, employee relations, workplace investigations and employment matters
• Maintain HR policies, procedures and compliance with Australian employment legislation, awards and workplace obligations
• Oversee workplace health and safety, injury management and return-to-work processes
• Support staff engagement, professional development and retention
• Lead HR reporting, governance and continuous improvement
• Manage and support the HR Coordinator and other allocated HR personnel

Required profile

• Tertiary qualification in Human Resources, Employment Relations, Business, WHS or a related discipline, or equivalent substantial experience
• Demonstrated experience in an HR Manager, People and Culture or senior HR generalist role
• Strong knowledge of Australian employment law, National Employment Standards, SCHADS Award and WHS obligations
• Experience in high-volume recruitment, workforce planning and compliant onboarding
• Experience in performance management, employee relations, workplace investigations and HR policy development
• Current driver's licence; pre-employment requirements include a current National Police Clearance, valid NDIS Worker Screening Clearance and evidence of the right to work in Australia

Required skills

• Microsoft 365
• HR, recruitment or workforce management systems
• Desirable: experience in the NDIS, disability, aged care or regulated service environments, and in electrical, solar, construction or trade-based businesses
• Desirable: knowledge of electrical contracting awards and apprenticeship arrangements, and Return to Work Coordinator training